Plant your Roots
Supports new ownership of commercial farms in Nova Scotia by offering financial relief on interest costs during the first four years of operation.
Planning New Opportunities
Supports Nova Scotia farms and agri-businesses in enhancing competitiveness, managing change, and building risk management strategies through advisory services.
On-Farm Technology Adoption
Supports producers in adopting advanced farm technologies that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.
Value-adding Equipment
Supports Nova Scotia value-added agri-businesses through equipment purchases that enhance local food production and sustainability.
Get Growing
Supports small farms in Nova Scotia earning under $30,000 annually to expand production through infrastructure and equipment upgrades.
Environmental Stewardship and Climate Change
Helps Nova Scotia farmers adopt beneficial environmental practices and reduce climate-related risks after completing an Environmental Farm Plan (EFP).
Market Opportunities and Diversification
Supports Nova Scotia producers, processors, and associations in accessing new local and export markets through product modifications, marketing, and capacity building.
Farm Emergency Response
Provides a one-time grant to Nova Scotia farms impacted by infrastructure or crop damage, livestock loss, or power outages caused by Hurricane Fiona.
Apiculture Sustainable Growth
Supports hive health, pollination expansion, and technology adoption to strengthen Nova Scotia’s apiculture industry and address labour shortages.
Beneficial Management Practices
Supports Nova Scotia farmers in adopting sustainable and energy-efficient practices through funding, rebates, and expert energy guidance.
Advancing Clean Tech
Supports Nova Scotia farmers and agri-businesses in adopting clean technologies that drive sustainable growth and reduce environmental impact.
Wild blueberry and apple harvest
Supports Nova Scotia wild blueberry and apple growers in upgrading harvesting equipment to improve efficiency and reduce labour demands.
NS Beef Abattoir and Processing
Supports capacity expansion for licensed abattoirs and beef processors in Nova Scotia through funding for facility upgrades and process improvements.
Agricultural Research
Supports applied research and on-farm innovation trials that improve the production, sustainability, and competitiveness of Nova Scotia’s agricultural sectors.
On-Farm Electrical Preparedness
Supports farms in purchasing backup generators and battery storage to improve resilience against power outages and extreme weather events.
On Farm Climate Action
Supports farmers in implementing climate-smart practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve long-term environmental sustainability.
Limestone Trucking Assistance
Helps Nova Scotia farms reduce the cost of transporting limestone to improve soil health and support equitable access to productivity-enhancing practices.
Fishers and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency
Supports Nova Scotia businesses aiming to reduce climate impacts through innovative, sustainable, and energy-efficient practices.